As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior SQL Developer in Rockford, IL is $143,390, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,758 weekly, or $11,949 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior SQL Developer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior SQL Developer in Rockford, IL vary widely, spanning from $116,447 to $158,847. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($129,287) and 75th percentile ($151,481), while top earners (90th percentile) make $158,847 per year. This $22,194 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Networking or Linux, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Rockford Senior SQL Developer often earn 5.5% lower than national averages. However, Rockford currently ranks 514 statewide for Senior SQL Developer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Senior SQL Developer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $116,447 Rockford, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $129,287 Rockford, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $143,390 Rockford, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $151,481 Rockford, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior SQL Developer Salary $158,847 Rockford, IL January 01, 2026
25% $129,287 10% $116,447 90% $158,847 75% $151,481 $143,390 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Rockford, Illinois    Rockford is a city in Winnebago County in the U.S. state of Illinois, in far northern Illinois. Located on the banks of the Rock River, Rockford is t....More

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